The Best Restaurants in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce
Located in the western part of Montreal, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce embodies tranquility and simplicity. In recent years, young Francophone families have revitalized NDG, once a quiet Anglophone stronghold. Lined with residential streets adorned with beautiful trees, Sherbrooke Street and Monkland Avenue bustle with life and boast hidden culinary gems.
Families settling in and university students frequenting the area may be pleasantly surprised by the discreet charm of small restaurants.
It’s a neighborhood where life is good, where a leisurely stroll to the park with coffee and pastries in hand is practically a ritual. In its own bubble, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce is a world unto itself. The gastronomic scene continues to flourish year after year, with more and more restaurants enriching the existing culinary offerings.
Who knows, perhaps soon it will capture your heart too! One thing is certain, it has conquered our stomachs. Here are the best restaurants in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce.
Special Mentions:
Pigeon Café
Melk Café
Le Gryphon d’Or
Taverne Monkland / Monkland Tavern
Opened in 1995, Taverne Monkland is a hidden gem in NDG, offering meticulous and impeccable farm-to-table cuisine. You’ll be charmed not only by the exquisite dishes but also by the welcoming service reminiscent of the city’s finest establishments.
Montréal
NDG Luncheonette
NDG Luncheonette is a charming American-style diner in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighborhood. Open for breakfast and lunch, the restaurant serves up classic dishes while spotlighting local and quality ingredients.
Montréal
Pizzeria Melrose NDG
Pizza is always comforting, and Pizzeria Melrose’s pizza ranks among the best in town. The restaurant provides a cozy atmosphere and artisanal pizzas cooked in a wood-fired oven. With its quality ingredients and attentive service, it attracts pizza enthusiasts for a friendly dining experience.
Montréal
Chalet Bar-B-Q
A true time capsule, Le Chalet BAR-B-Q has been a Montreal institution for 77 years. Its roasted chicken, which has garnered international acclaim, has become a symbol of comfort far beyond Notre-Dame-de-Grâce.
Montréal
Oliveraies Ktima Barakaris
Opened since July 2014, Le Mouton Vert is a unique café-counter located in the Notre-Dame-de-Grâce neighborhood. Here, you can enjoy delicious and comforting Greek cuisine, which ranks among the top addresses for healthy vegetarian options in Montreal!
Montréal
Hwang Kum
Open for 20 years now, Hwang Kum is an unassuming gem serving some of the best Korean dishes in town! This affordable and delightful spot in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce offers a simplicity that brings us back to the essence: the pleasure of delicious and comforting food. The restaurant provides an authentic and unpretentious experience that takes diners on a journey through its typical dishes.
Montréal
Bistro Amerigo
Since 2014, Bistro Amerigo has established itself as a true institution in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce. Born from a deep love of Italian family cooking, this neighbourhood bistro is more than just a restaurant — it’s a gathering place, somewhere you feel at home from the very first visit. A must-visit spot for any food lover in NDG.
Montréal
Arthurs Dinette
The little sister of Arthur’s Nosh Bar and Romies, Arthur’s Dinette has settled onto Monkland Avenue, right in the heart of NDG. Behind the stove, Alex Cohen and Raegan Steinberg serve up flavourful, generous cuisine rooted in Jewish diaspora traditions — blending Sephardic and Ashkenazi influences — from morning to night. The décor is stunning and the vibe warm and welcoming. The kind of spot that works for any occasion: a family brunch, dinner with friends, or a laid-back date night. A true NDG gem!
Montréal
Restaurant Tuk Tuk
Tuk Tuk is that little Côte-des-Neiges gem you keep on speed dial whenever a craving for Thai-Cambodian comfort food strikes. No fuss here: just warm, hearty cooking, generous portions, bold flavours and perfectly balanced spices, with that authentic touch that keeps you coming back for more. And if Pad Thai is your thing, take note — Tuk Tuk ranks among our favourite spots in Montreal to get one.
Montréal
